Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
These Trippy Pumpkin Dream Bars are an insanely delicious twist on the classic pumpkin dessert. With a spiced graham cracker crust, creamy pumpkin filling, and a trippy colorful swirl, they are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering, these bars will be the star of the dessert table.
TIME
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour 5 minutes
SERVINGS
Servings: 12
Calories: 280 per serving
DIET
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring (assorted colors for the trippy swirl)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- 3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- 4. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
- 5. Use small bowls to separate the mixture into different portions. Add a few drops of each food coloring to each portion, creating a trippy swirl effect.
- 6. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the colors into the pumpkin mixture.
- 7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the center is set.
- 8. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Cooking Notes
- For a more intense color in the swirl, use gel food coloring.
- Experiment with different color combinations to achieve a truly trippy effect.
Beer, Wine, Cocktail Pairings
- Beer Pairing: A pumpkin ale or a spiced winter ale would complement the flavors of the pumpkin dream bars.
- Wine Pairing: A late-harvest Riesling or a creamy chardonnay would be a delightful pairing with the rich pumpkin and spice flavors.
- Cocktail Pairing: A pumpkin spice martini garnished with a cinnamon stick or a bourbon-based cocktail with hints of caramel and vanilla would elevate the festive atmosphere.
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